LVN - Mental Health & IDD Care, Team-Based

The Harris Center for Mental Health and IDD; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Employee Assistance Program

Cell phone discounts

Tickets at Work benefits

Student loan forgiveness programs

Competitive salary

Job summary

The Harris Center for Mental Health and IDD in Houston, TX is seeking a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) to join our clinical team. Under supervision, the LVN delivers nursing services within the scope of practice, supports treatment planning, medication administration, and patient education for adults with behavioral health and IDD needs.

Ideal candidates have an LVN license, at least one year of nursing experience, and a good understanding of crisis intervention, infection control, and

Qualifications

• LVN license held and in good standing with the Texas Board of Nurse Examiners.
• Experience in mental health, IDD, or behavioral health preferred.
• Knowledge of infection control, Standard Precautions and patient education.

Responsibilities

• Deliver nursing services under RN/Physician supervision.
• Administer medications and set up equipment per policy.
• Document care in charts and reports accurately.
• Educate consumers and families about medications and health topics.
• Collaborate with team to ensure safe, quality care.

Skills

Mental health experience

Crisis intervention

Effective communication

Data/documentation

Teamwork

Time management

Independent work

Safety awareness

Problem solving

Education

LVN license

Job description

The Harris Center for Mental Health and IDD in Houston, TX is seeking a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) to join our clinical team. Under supervision, the LVN delivers nursing services within the scope of practice, supports treatment planning, medication administration, and patient education for adults with behavioral health and IDD needs.

Ideal candidates have an LVN license, at least one year of nursing experience, and a good understanding of crisis intervention, infection control, and